The Bauer Vapor X3.0 ice hockey skates yth are an excellent buy for a recreational level player. The Vapor 3.0 skates offer an some higher end features which can be hard to find in this price range. The Bauer Vapor X 3.0 is the first model in the vapor line to offer the felt tongue with a meatarsal guard The 3.0 skates also feature a traditional white felt tongue for a more traditional feel.

Model Year: 2011

Model Number: 1037003

Heritage: Bauer Vapor X20

Level of Player: Ideal for the recreational to intermediate level player

Fit Guidelines: General fit aspects of the Vapor boot are low-medium volume, medium ankle area, medium across top of foot and forefoot and medium toe box.

Thermoformable - Material will mold to the players foot for a precise fit

The X-ribbed design (seen from looking at the back of the boot) was designed to enhance the performance of the patented Vapor monostructure quarter for unparalleled response and dynamic movement. Developed to enhance key support zones throughout the ankle and foot delivering quicker acceleration and greater stability.

Liner:

Brushed Nylon

Heel Support:

Exterior embossed heel cup/ankle suport

Ankle Padding:

Anaform foam ankle

Tongue Construction:

Anatomical, 2-piece 40 oz. felt with metatarsal guard

Footbed:

Standard Comfort footbed

Outsole:

TPR

Blade Holder and Runner:

Tuuk Lightspeed Pro with Tuuk Super stainless steel runner

Made in:

China

Comments: This is the second pair of Vapor skates I've purchased for my son. He's played almost a full season of hockey with his new Vapor X3.0s. He absolutely loves them. He says their comfortable and likes the way they're shaped around his foot. The boot gives him plenty of ankle support without digging into his ankles. His last pair of skates, which he grew out of, was the Vapor X30s. He loved those too and are now hand-me-downs to his younger brother.From: Wan

Bauer Vapor Ice Hockey Skates Speed and Agility

The Bauer Vapor APX 2 Ice Hockey Skates have raised the bar in high performance hockey skates. With an all new LightSpeed Edge holder with a quick release button for the runner and injected stability lacing system, the Vapor APX 2's allow you to turn tighter than ever before with unparalleled explosive power.

The Bauer Vapor X100 Ice Hockey Skates are a more traditional "Vapor" skate design compared to the APX 2 skate. While it doesn't have the injected stability lacing system, most other key specs are the same as the flagship Vapor skate including a full composite quarter package.

The Bauer Vapor X80 Ice Hockey Skates offers great performance at a great value. The Vapor X80 takes a big jump in performance, especially in the lower portion of the skate. The fiber composite outsole and Tuuk LS2 stainless steel will blow the competition away.

The Bauer Vapor X70 Ice Hockey Skates are a great choice for an intermediate level skate. The Vapor X70 offer great performance specs while maintaining a forgiving feel in the quarter package. This is perfect for the players who are still working on their game.

The Bauer Vapor X60 Ice Hockey Skates are ideal for the recreational player who's looking for a solid performing skate at a good price. The most unique feature at this price point is the all new Tuuk LightSpeed Edge holder that sits 3mm taller offering an unbelievable turning radius as well as a quick release trigger system that allows the runners to be swapped out in seconds.

The Bauer Vapor X60 Ice Hockey Skates are ideal for the recreational player who's looking for a solid performing skate at a good price. The durable nylon based quarter package balances performance and forgiveness, perfect for the players still working on their stride. The traditional white felt tongue has a great comfortable feel and still protects the top of the foot. The Pro-8 beveled TPU outsole is light weight and responsive, helping to improve energy transfer when taking strides.

The Bauer Vapor X50 Ice Hockey Skates are an excellent choice for the player just starting out but want a high quality skate. The Vapor X50 skate is constructed of a durable woven nylon that provides support while staying forgiving. The tongue is a traditional white felt tongue that protects the top of the foot and is comfortable too.

The Bauer Vapor X40 Ice Hockey Skates are a solid beginner's skate from the Vapor skate line. The X40 skate has the X-Rib design that has become the Vapor signature design, providing great energy transfer through each stride. The quarter package offers good support without being overwhelmingly stiff for the player still working on their skills.

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